A smooth, thin sorghum porridge cooked with milk or water, sweetened lightly — Botswana's classic breakfast comfort food.
Instructions
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Mix sorghum meal with 1 cup cold water to make a smooth paste.
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Bring remaining water and milk to a boil.
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Pour the sorghum paste into the boiling liquid, stirring continuously.
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Reduce heat and cook 10 minutes, stirring to prevent lumps.
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Add sugar and salt. Serve warm.
Did You Know?
Motogo is the first solid food many Batswana babies eat, thinned down with extra milk — it is literally the taste of childhood.
The Story Behind Motogo
Motogo is the soft porridge version of bogobe, designed for easy digestion and comfort. It has been the quintessential Batswana breakfast for generations, eaten by everyone from toddlers to elders. In rural areas, the day simply does not begin without a bowl of motogo.
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